What drives people to grow, to transform, to reinvent themselves? Two blokes, who through Men’s Health have become familiar with unlikely sources of strength, talk with guests who have experienced profound shifts in perspective, strength and well-being, either physically, mentally or emotionally. MH editor Scott Henderson and national treasure Lincoln Lewis co-host this exploration of modern masculinity and the notion of ‘strength’. As the banter flows, the lads chat to Hollywood movie stars, athletes, musicians, industry experts and extraordinary blokes on how they’ve found overcome adversity to find strength in their lives.
David Robson: On How Your Expectations Can Shape Your Life
Do you expect a lot of yourself, your partner, your future and your life? According to a growing body of scientific research, you should. In today’s episode acclaimed science journalist David Robson, author of The Expectation Effect: How Your Mindset Can Transform Your Life, explains why positive expectations can set you up for positive results. Drawing on cutting edge neuroscience research, Robson breaks down why harnessing the power of your body’s placebo response can give you an intrinsic advantage in challenges you face at work, in the gym, on the sporting field, in your relationships and even in your leisure time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/14/2023 • 44 minutes, 47 seconds
The Stafford Brothers: On Finding Balance With A Work Hard, Play Hard Attitude To Life
Aussie DJ duo The Stafford Brothers are known for their high-energy performances and pounding dance floor beats. In today’s episode the brothers, Chris and Matt, look back on their childhood and early career, revealing the choices they had to make between sport and music, as well as detailing how they went from being local Gold Coast legends to global dance floor superstars. They also share with us their lifelong passion for boxing and explain why it’s a perfect fit for their work hard-play hard attitude to life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/22/2023 • 42 minutes, 2 seconds
Pete Murray: On Carving A Career From Passion . . . and a Killer Body at 53
As he celebrates 20 years in the recording industry this month, music legend Pete Murray aims to write songs that endure. And that’s the same approach he takes to his body, which he recently transformed via a lifestyle shake-up and a 12-week transformation program with trainers Chief Brabon and Emilie Brabon-Hames. In today’s episode Murray reveals how he plans to stick around, not only as a giant of Australian music, but as a devoted family man with a new lease on life Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/8/2023 • 34 minutes, 43 seconds
Ash Perrow: On What It’s Like To Have A Near-Death Experience
What happens when you die? It’s a question all of us ask ourselves at some point. But what if I was to tell you there are people who’ve died and come back who believe they know the answer. For those who’ve had a near-death experience, life is often never the same again. More importantly, they no longer fear death. This was the case with today’s guest, Ash Perrow. In November 2016 the Sydney musician had a near-death experience after routine back surgery went horribly wrong. Before blacking out Perrow remembers a doctor saying “he doesn’t have a pulse”. What happened next made Perrow re-evaluate his view of the world and his place in it and it made him assess his life and what he wants out of it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1/17/2023 • 32 minutes, 3 seconds
Adam Waterson: On What It’s Really Like To Be A Trainer On A Pro Sports Team
Since 2018, Adam Waterson has been the strength and conditioning coach for the LA Galaxy. As Waterson, who’s a Herbalife nutritional advisor, explains to us in today’s chat, it’s his job to make sure some of the best footballers on the planet are in optimum physical shape before they run out on the pitch. Sounds like a dream job, right? Well, it’s not without its challenges. In this episode Waterson tells us how he rose from humble beginnings in Australia’s old National Soccer League to the heights of the MLS. He also takes us behind the curtain to reveal what it’s like to deal with some of the egos that dominate football at the highest level and discusses the crucial role an S & C coach plays in building a winning culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
